Big Weekend

Enjoy these Cincinnati things to do this weekend. Eat your way through the Cincinnati region without leaving downtown at the annual Memorial Day Weekend Taste of Cincinnati culinary event. Then head to Kings Island for a day full of amusement park fun.

Attractions near Admiral's Dinner

Inspired by Cincinnati’s endearing bond to the river, BB Riverboats’ founder, Ben Bernstein, along with close friend and industry pioneer, Betty Blake, sought to provide a... Read more

Inspired by Cincinnati’s endearing bond to the river, BB Riverboats’ founder, Ben Bernstein, along with close friend and industry pioneer, Betty Blake, sought to provide a new opportunity—one centered on adventure, beauty, and discovery. They envisioned a journey where lasting memories would be created by the undeniable romance of the river—and a dining experience whose ever-changing backdrop... Read More

While exploring Newport Aquarium's million gallons of fun, guests have the opportunity to touch a shark, play in the interactive frog bog and even pet a penguin during the... Read more

While exploring Newport Aquarium's million gallons of fun, guests have the opportunity to touch a shark, play in the interactive frog bog and even pet a penguin during the Penguin Encounter. If you're daring, take a stroll across the Shark Bridge - the only suspension bridge in North America where guests can walk just inches above nearly two dozen sharks! This V-shaped rope bridge is 75-feet long... Read More

Newport on the Levee is a multi-level urban retail entertainment center located on the south bank of the Ohio River in Newport, Kentucky directly across from Downtown... Read more

Newport on the Levee is a multi-level urban retail entertainment center located on the south bank of the Ohio River in Newport, Kentucky directly across from Downtown Cincinnati. Kick back, relax and enjoy the many experiences at Newport on the Levee. Take in an afternoon movie at AMC Newport, have arcade fun at GameWorks or satisfy your taste buds at any one of the delicious dining venues. Bowl... Read More

With sixteen lanes of rockin’ bowling, the excitement never stops. To ensure that you are never away from the action, full lane side service allows you to relax and enjoy... Read more

With sixteen lanes of rockin’ bowling, the excitement never stops. To ensure that you are never away from the action, full lane side service allows you to relax and enjoy your game while being delivered the best food and beverages right to your lane.
Top off your experience with the finest high tech audio visual experience with heart-thumping sounds. Watch your favorite sporting events and... Read More

Thompson House is a live music venue located in Newport Kentucky. They feature four different stages and four bars. Thompson House has a large variety of bands performing... Read more

Thompson House is a live music venue located in Newport Kentucky. They feature four different stages and four bars. Thompson House has a large variety of bands performing each week. Every Monday they host an Open Mic Night and the first Saturday of every month they host Reggae Nights. Thompson House also offers Haunted Ghost Tours.

Dart Rush is an indoor arena for play with NERF® blasters located at Newport on the Levee. It is designed for families, friends, and coworkers to play and make memories... Read more

Dart Rush is an indoor arena for play with NERF® blasters located at Newport on the Levee. It is designed for families, friends, and coworkers to play and make memories together. Play can be booked for one or two hour sessions; each session consists of various quick games like capture the flag, king of the hill, and last person standing. The emcee and team of referees will play music and give... Read More

Rising above the concrete slopes of Cincinnati’s Public Landing at Sawyer Point is a three-story, 60 ton, exact replica of the original red paddle wheel from the American... Read more

Rising above the concrete slopes of Cincinnati’s Public Landing at Sawyer Point is a three-story, 60 ton, exact replica of the original red paddle wheel from the American Queen riverboat. It is positioned about 40 feet off the ground, above a series of 24 metal smokestacks in what is known as the Dan and Susan Pfau Whistle Grove. The smokestacks showcase the importance of steam in the early... Read More

Located inside Newport on the Levee’s Gallery Building, Art on the Levee is a unique gallery where local artists can show a broad selection of ceramics, paintings,... Read more

Located inside Newport on the Levee’s Gallery Building, Art on the Levee is a unique gallery where local artists can show a broad selection of ceramics, paintings, sculptures, photography, jewelry and more. Whether you are a seasoned collector or a casual visitor looking for an original piece, Art on the Levee is a perfect place to relax, enjoy a glass of wine, and explore hundreds of works by... Read More

GameWorks is the incredible high-tech entertainment, restaurant and bar experience where guests can eat, drink, party and play. Each GameWorks venue provides all the best... Read more

GameWorks is the incredible high-tech entertainment, restaurant and bar experience where guests can eat, drink, party and play. Each GameWorks venue provides all the best elements of a great night out in one location, including a full-service restaurant with a fantastic menu and casual decor; a cool, high-energy bar serving signature martinis and specialty cocktails; and the most entertaining and... Read More

First opened in 1872 as Cincinnati's first railroad bridge spanning the Ohio River, the L&N Railroad Bridge evolved through the years to accommodate streetcar,... Read more

First opened in 1872 as Cincinnati's first railroad bridge spanning the Ohio River, the L&N Railroad Bridge evolved through the years to accommodate streetcar, pedestrian and automobile traffic before becoming a pedestrian-only bridge in May 2003 and was given the nickname Purple People Bridge. At 2,670 feet in length, it is the longest connector of its kind in the country that links two... Read More

You'll want to swing by Newport to visit the World Peace Bell: the largest, free-swinging bell in the world. Weighing in at 66,000 pounds and measuring 12 feet high and 12... Read more

You'll want to swing by Newport to visit the World Peace Bell: the largest, free-swinging bell in the world. Weighing in at 66,000 pounds and measuring 12 feet high and 12 feet wide, the bell was designed and cast by Cincinnati's own Verdin Bell Company, one of the largest bell-making companies in the world. Installed in 1999, the bell was originally crafted to be rung on the International Day of... Read More

The Cincinnati Cyclones are Cincinnati's Kelly Cup Championship winning hockey team and ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Buffalo Sabres. Cincinnati Cyclones hockey games are... Read more

The Cincinnati Cyclones are Cincinnati's Kelly Cup Championship winning hockey team and ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Buffalo Sabres. Cincinnati Cyclones hockey games are more than just a game! Non-stop action, affordable family entertainment, and intermission activities provide unmatched entertainment value on the banks of the Ohio River at U.S. Bank Arena.

U.S. Bank Arena was first built in 1975, then called Riverfront Coliseum. Since then, it has been named The Crown, Firstar Center, and now U.S. Bank Arena. It is... Read more

U.S. Bank Arena was first built in 1975, then called Riverfront Coliseum. Since then, it has been named The Crown, Firstar Center, and now U.S. Bank Arena. It is Cincinnati's largest indoor arena.
The arena was virtually rebuilt in 1997. On the outside, the facade was redesigned and the entrance was changed. On the inside, concession areas were redesigned, restrooms were redone, and all the seats... Read More

The Original and Premier Cincy Bourbon and Distillery Tour includes a tour and samples at New Riff Distillery and Second Sight Distillery and tastings at The Littlefield... Read more

The Original and Premier Cincy Bourbon and Distillery Tour includes a tour and samples at New Riff Distillery and Second Sight Distillery and tastings at The Littlefield Bourbon Bar and The Horse and Barrel Bourbon Bar. Don't miss this unique experience to learn how bourbon is made, hear the local history and taste some fantastic bourbons and other distilled products.

Explore the streets where the mob made their millions, gamblers lost their lives, and ladies of the night earned their reputations. Join our gangster guides for a raucous... Read more

Explore the streets where the mob made their millions, gamblers lost their lives, and ladies of the night earned their reputations. Join our gangster guides for a raucous, high energy presentation inside an old casino to explain the historic significance of Newport, and discover how this little town gave birth to the modern day gaming industry.
Tour duration 90 Minutes – 2 Hours
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